The chief of army staff, Olufemi Oluyede, says President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to their operational and administrative needs has been pivotal to the successes achieved so far.

Mr Oluyede stated this at the closing ceremony of Exercise Vulcan Glow XI Firepower Demonstration, held on Thursday at the Nigerian Army Military Training Range, Kachia, Kaduna. He said the army would continue to strengthen its capacity to safeguard the nation’s security and territorial integrity.

Mr Oluyede expressed delight in witnessing the exercise and commended the artillery corps for their efforts.

He said the exercise was aimed at enhancing troops’ professional skills, knowledge, and expertise in artillery tactics, techniques, and procedures.

Mr Oluyede noted the importance of adequate training and equipment maintenance for enhanced operational effectiveness.  He commended the corps for harnessing indigenous solutions for gun repairs and research and development initiatives.

The army chief praised the integration of emerging technologies into training for enhanced fire support. According to him, the army has been at the forefront of the fight against terrorism and insurgency, making immense sacrifices to safeguard the peace and security of our beloved nation.

Mr Oluyede added, “However, the dynamic and evolving nature of today’s threat landscape demands a holistic approach to the conduct of our operations. We must keep our minds open to learning, not only from exercises such as ‘Exercise Vulcan Glow’, but also from practical experiences in the field. You must remain resolute and focused in all Nigerian Army operational engagements.”

The army chief thanked Mr Tinubu for his steadfast support and strategic support and thanked the government and people of Kaduna, as well as retired senior gunner officers. Mr Oluyede urged the corps to remain dedicated to enhancing their operational effectiveness and to keep “the shells flying”.

(NAN)